1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Avensis (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Prelude | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Prelude | Avensis |
Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |